Mike Francesa reacts following Ohio State's victory over Texas in the CFP semifinals. With Texas threatening to tie the game late, the Buckeyes forced a fumble and returned it for a decisive score.
Jan 11, 2025•20 min•Ep. 546
Mike Francesa previews NFL Wild Card Week on his Football Friday show. Saturday matchups include Chargers vs. Texans and Steelers vs. Ravens. It's Broncos v Bills, Packers v Eagles, and Commanders v Buccaneers on Sunday. Monday night features Vikings vs. Rams. Plus, thoughts on Texas v Ohio St. Friday night. Mike also reacts to your emails.
Jan 10, 2025•59 min•Ep. 545
Mike Francesa reacts following Notre Dame's dramatic 27-24 victory over Penn State. The Fighting Irish now advance to the national title game to face the winner of Texas v Ohio State. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Jan 10, 2025•20 min•Ep. 544
Mike Francesa previews an enormous week for NFL and college football. He breaks down the NY Jets' rough season and their search for new leadership on and off the field. Plus, he has thoughts on Thunder vs. Cavs and college basketball. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Jan 08, 2025•54 min•Ep. 543
Mike Francesa weighs in on NFL Black Monday. After an abysmal season, the NY Giants stuck with Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen. And the NY Jets have a long list of head coach candidates to sort through this offseason.
Jan 06, 2025•28 min•Ep. 542
Behind Jahmyr Gibbs' four touchdowns, the Lions grabbed the number-one seed in the NFC and exposed the Vikings in the process. Mike Francesa breaks down the Lions-Vikings game in this special post-game reaction show.
Jan 06, 2025•30 min•Ep. 541
Aaron Rodgers collected his 500th career touchdown past in what could be his last game with the Jets - and possibly his career. Mike Francesa reacts to the Jets-Dolphins and Giants-Eagles games. He also talks about the already moving coaching carousel. Mike gives his initial reaction to the known post-season matchups.
Jan 06, 2025•32 min•Ep. 540
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 18 on his Football Friday show. The Giants take on the Eagles and the Jets host the Dolphins. He breaks down NFL playoff scenarios and also recaps the College Football Playoff. Plus, reactions to your emails. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Jan 03, 2025•46 min•Ep. 539
Mike Francesa reacts to a strange and fascinating football day in New York. Drew Lock and the Giants offense exploded for an unexpected win over the Colts, a result that may cost the franchise the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft. Meanwhile, it was more of the same for Aaron Rodgers and the Jets in a blowout loss at Buffalo. Mike also remembers the life of President Jimmy Carter.
Dec 29, 2024•21 min•Ep. 539
Mike Francesa discusses NFL Week 17 on his Football Friday show. The Giants will take on a motivated Colts team, while the Jets will battle the Bills, who are already locked into the #2 seed. Plus, reactions to your emails.
Dec 27, 2024•52 min•Ep. 537
Mike Francesa reacts following losses by both the Giants and Jets. The Giants dropped their 10th game in row, this time to the Falcons. And the Jets were haunted again by poor coaching in their loss to the Rams. Mike also remembers MLB legend Rickey Henderson.
Dec 22, 2024•35 min•Ep. 537
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 16 on his Football Friday show. The Giants will take on the Falcons, and the Jets host the Rams. Plus, thoughts on the College Football Playoff and reactions to your emails.
Dec 20, 2024•53 min•Ep. 535
Mike Francesa breaks down the Yankees' trade for outfield Cody Bellinger, who hopes to start in place of Juan Soto. He also offers the latest NFL playoff possibilities, St. John's hoops, the awful NBA Cup, and more. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Dec 18, 2024•37 min•Ep. 534
Mike Francesa reacts to Week 15 as the NFL season enters its stretch run. He also looks at the college football playoffs and answers listener emails on Bill Belichick and the drones overhead.
Dec 17, 2024•43 min•Ep. 533
Mike Francesa offers his instant reaction to the Jets' narrow victory over the lowly Jaguars. Meanwhile, the Giants were pounded by the Ravens, 35-14. Want more Mike? Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Dec 15, 2024•18 min•Ep. 532
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 15 on his Football Friday show. The Baltimore Ravens should help the Giants get the edge for the #1 draft pick while the Jets travel to Jacksonville for a winnable game. Plus, a look at other Week 15 matchups and thoughts on Bill Belichick becoming head coach at North Carolina. Mike also reacts to your emails. Sign up for the free Mike Francesa Podcast newsletter for exclusive content. Go to https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com to sign up.
Dec 13, 2024•44 min•Ep. 531
Mike Francesa discusses the aftershocks of the Mets' huge contract with Juan Soto. Did the Yankees overreact to this situation by signing pitcher Max Fried to a massive contract of their own? Plus, email reactions on Jared Goff, an NFL draft lottery, Dick Allen and Dave Parker, and more. Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Dec 11, 2024•42 min•Ep. 530
According to reports, Juan Soto and the Mets have agreed to a mega deal to bring the star to Queens. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the report.
Dec 09, 2024•16 min•Ep. 529
Mike Francesa reacts following the Jets' and Giants' close losses Sunday. Poor coaching killed the Jets' chances. As for the Giants, well, they stink. Plus, thoughts on the College Football Playoff bracket.
Dec 08, 2024•21 min•Ep. 528
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 14 on his Football Friday show, including the Jets vs. Dolphins and Giants vs. Saints. He also reacts to audience emails on Brian Daboll and Bill Belichick and that hit on Trevor Lawrence.
Dec 06, 2024•39 min•Ep. 527
Mike Francesa explores the MLB free agency buzz around Juan Soto, NFL playoff scenarios, and college football championship predictions. He critiques the controversial "golden bat" proposal and discusses NBA trades and college basketball matchups.
Dec 04, 2024•45 min•Ep. 526
Seattle tried many ways to lose the game to the Jets, but despite their best efforts, they came away with a 26-21 victory in New York. Mike Francesa reacts to the game that featured two Seahawks fumbles on kickoff returns, a Jets kickoff return touchdown and Seattle being stopped six times from scoring from within the five yard line.
Dec 01, 2024•27 min•Ep. 525
Mike Francesa recaps Thanksgiving NFL games, criticizing the Giants for their poor performance and predicting they may secure the first draft pick. He also discusses the Lions' missed statement opportunity against the Bears and warns against underestimating the Chiefs.
Nov 29, 2024•45 min•Ep. 524
Mike Francesa analyzes each NFL Week 13 matchup, including the Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Giants and Cowboys. Can Drew Lock capitalize on his first start of the season? Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Nov 27, 2024•40 min•Ep. 523
Mike Francesa recaps the Giants' terrible weekend and discusses action from around the NFL. The Giants are in disarray -- is Brian Daboll on the hot seat yet? Plus, thoughts on the Jets and reactions to your emails. Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Nov 25, 2024•32 min•Ep. 522
The Giants defense gave up almost 300 yards in the air to Baker Mayfield, and the Tampa Bay Bucs scored 30 unanswered points in a laugher at Met Life Stadium. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the quickly sinking Giants.
Nov 24, 2024•24 min•Ep. 521
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 12 on his Football Friday show. He breaks down every game this weekend, including Giants v Buccaneers, which will see Tommy DeVito under center for New York in place of Daniel Jones. Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Nov 22, 2024•40 min•Ep. 520
The Jets have dismissed GM Joe Douglass after a 3-8 start to the NFL season. Mike Francesa reacts to the breaking news. Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Nov 19, 2024•30 min•Ep. 519
Mike Francesa offers his thoughts on the Giants QB situation as Daniel Jones is benched and fan favorite Tommy DeVito takes over under center. Plus, more thought on the Jets' disaster and reactions to your emails. Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Nov 18, 2024•50 min•Ep. 518
Mike Francesa reacts following the Jets' last-minute loss to the Colts at home. The Jets fall to 3-8 on the season, and their on-field personnel and coaching are in question. Want more Mike? Sign up for the NEW newsletter at https://www.mikefrancesapodcast.com for exclusive content, giveaways, and more surprises!
Nov 17, 2024•22 min•Ep. 517